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FILE - In this Monday, May 13, 2013 file photo, former prime minister and leader of Pakistan Muslim League-N party, Nawaz Sharif, gestures while speaking to members of the media at his residence in Lahore, Pakistan. Over a decade ago, the man now set to become Pakistan’s next prime minister stood at this border crossing with archenemy India to inaugurate a “friendship” bus service connecting the two countries. There is widespread hope on both sides of the border that Nawaz Sharif will take similarly bold steps to improve relations with India following his election victory, thus reducing the chance of a fourth major war between the nuclear-armed foes. (AP Photo/K.M. Chaudary)

Sharif's win sparks hope for Pakistan-India ties

Over a decade ago, the man now set to become Pakistan's next prime minister stood at this border crossing with archenemy India to inaugurate a "friendship" bus service connecting the two countries as cheering supporters waved flags and tossed rose petals. There is widespread hope on both sides of the ...

  • Updated: 10:04 a.m. Wednesday, May 15, 2013

Today in History

Today is Tuesday, May 7, the 127th day of 2013. There are 238 days left in the year. Today's Highlight in History: On May 7, 1763, Pontiac, chief of the Ottawa Indians, attempted to lead a sneak attack on British-held Fort Detroit, but was foiled because the British had been ...

  • Updated: 7:21 a.m. Monday, April 29, 2013

Obama's inaugural raised $43 million

President Barack Obama's inaugural committee raised more than $43 million for his second inauguration, with corporations chipping in a major portion. Reports filed with the Federal Election Commission show the committee fell about $7 million short of its $50 million fundraising goal. For his first inauguration, Obama raised $53 million ...

  • Updated: 9:19 a.m. Monday, April 22, 2013
President Barack Obama and first lady Michelle Obama dance during the Commander-In-Chief Inaugural ball at the Washington Convention Center during the 57th Presidential Inauguration Monday, Jan. 21, 2013 in Washington. (AP Photo/ Evan Vucci)

The President and Mrs. Obama celebrate at Inaugural balls

President Barack Obama and First Lady Michelle Obama shined as they took center stage at two Inaugural balls.

  • Updated: 11:56 p.m. Monday, Jan. 21, 2013
Richard Schiff and wife Sheila Kelley arrive at the Creative Coalition Inaugural Ball on Monday Jan. 21, 2013, in Washington. (Photo by Larry French/Invision/AP)

Stars come out for the Creative Coalition Inaugural Ball

Stars from Hollywood joined political big wigs at the Creative Coalition Inaugural Ball in Washington, DC.

  • 10:24 p.m. Monday, Jan. 21, 2013
La La Anthony is seen at the Hip-Hop Inaugural Ball on Sunday, Jan. 20 in Washington.

Stars attend Hip-Hop Inaugural Ball

  • 2:56 p.m. Monday, Jan. 21, 2013
Khongorzul Battsengel, left, and Ariunbolor Davaatsogt both from Mongolia, take a picture of themselves as they wait for President Barack Obama in the 57th Presidential Inaugural Parade on Pennsylvania Avenue, Monday, Jan. 21, 2013 in Washington. Thousands marched during the 57th Presidential Inauguration parade after the ceremonial swearing-in of Obama. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)

Marchers participate in historical Inaugural Parade

Bands and marchers heralded the 2nd inauguration of President Barack Obama on the parade route from the U.S. Capitol to the White House.

  • 11:18 a.m. Monday, Jan. 21, 2013
The first family headed out to inaugural festivities Monday, Jan. 21, 2013 with Michelle Obama leading a very coordinated fashion parade in a navy-silk, checkered-patterned coat and dress by Thom Browne that were inspired by a menswear necktie.

Michelle Obama, Sasha, Malia show off inaugural fashion choices

Michelle Obama, Sasha, Malia show off inaugural fashion choices

  • 10:45 a.m. Monday, Jan. 21, 2013

Celebrities & famous faces seen at the 2013 Inauguration

The celebrities and other public figures came out in full swing to support the festivities in Washington, D.C.

  • Updated: 8:10 a.m. Monday, Jan. 21, 2013

A nation celebrates: The 2013 Inauguration of President Barack Obama

Pictures from the 2013 inauguration where President Barack Obama was sworn-in for a second term.

  • Updated: 8:08 a.m. Monday, Jan. 21, 2013

Reid announces Presidential inauguration ticket drawing for Nevadans

  WASHINGTON, DC --  Nevada Senator Harry Reid today announced that his office will hold a drawing on December 10, 2012 to select Nevadans who submit requests for tickets to the 57th quadrennial Presidential Inauguration. A limited number of tickets to the Inaugural swearing-in ceremony will be distributed to each ...

  • 10:05 a.m. Friday, Nov. 9, 2012
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